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Choosing the right subjects in secondary school is one of the most important academic decisions a student can make. Your subject combination determines the courses you qualify for in university, polytechnic, or college of education.
To help students avoid mistakes, here is a clear guide on the best subject combinations for three popular courses: Accounting, Computer Science, and Mass Communication.
Accounting is a busines... Read more
Managing time in the JAMB UTME is just as important as knowing the answers. With 180 questions to be completed in just 120 minutes, many candidates struggle with speed and accuracy. One of the most common concerns is:
“What’s the ideal number of questions to answer per minute in JAMB?”
This guide breaks it down clearly and gives you a strategy you can actually use.
- Total Questions... Read more
Engineering remains one of the most sought-after courses in Nigeria, offering diverse career opportunities across industries. Choosing the right university is crucial for gaining quality education, practical experience, and research exposure. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the top federal, state, and private universities for engineering in Nigeria.
University of Lagos (UNILAG): Offers Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer Engineering with a strong ... Read more
Choosing the right subject combination in secondary school is a crucial step toward securing admission into competitive courses like Medicine, Law, and Engineering. The subjects you pick can influence your JAMB/UTME performance and even your readiness for the course you plan to study. Here’s a breakdown of the best subject combinations for each field:
The ideal combination for Medicine includes:
- English Language
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics ... Read more
Millions of Nigerian students take the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) every year - the gateway into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. But a common question many students ask is:“Is JAMB the same for everyone?”
The short answer is No - it’s not the same for everyone.
Although all candidates sit for the same exam under the same computer-based testing (CBT) ... Read more
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has rolled out a new guideline ahead of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). All prospective candidates are now required to indicate whether they are currently enrolled in any tertiary institution during registration.
This directive, announced by JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, aims to curb impersonation and fraudulent practices that have plagued the examination system... Read more
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) made up of four subjects. Every candidate must take English Language, which is compulsory, along with three other subjects that relate to their chosen course of study. The entire exam carries a total of 400 marks, evenly distributed across the subjects.
Every year, thousands of students preparing for the Unified T... Read more
Every JAMB candidate dreams of entering a great university - one with prestige, comfort, and opportunities. But beyond the excitement, choosing the right school is a big financial and career decision. Many students focus on "big names" without asking: "Can I/my sponsor afford this school?" or "Will this school help me achieve my dream career?"
If you’re about to choose your institutions o... Read more
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a stern warning to Nigerian tertiary institutions against the unethical practice of persuading or coercing qualified candidates - particularly those with high rankings on the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) - to relinquish their preferred programmes for less competitive ones through internal school portals.
Describing the act as unethical and manipulative, the Board condemned it as a deliberate attempt to... Read more
Let’s be honest - in Nigeria, everybody wants to “make it.”
We all dream of studying those big-sounding, respected courses that promise high-paying jobs after graduation. But here’s one truth that’s often ignored: not every course fits every financial background.
If you come from an average-income family, some university courses can stretch your parents’ wallets to the limit. You might find yourself constantly chasing money for projec... Read more
